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Poem Appreciation – Std. 10 English
Poem Appreciation is an important part of the English examination for Std. 10 Maharashtra Board students. In the examination, students are expected to write an appreciation of the given poem in paragraph format with the help of the given points.
Poem Appreciation carries 5 marks. Students should include the following five important points: Title, Poet/Poetess, Rhyme Scheme, Figures of Speech and Theme / Central Idea.
Poem Appreciation – Marking Scheme
| Points | Marks |
|---|---|
| 1. Title | ½ |
| 2. Poet / Poetess | ½ |
| 3. Rhyme Scheme | 1 |
| 4. Figures of Speech | 1 |
| 5. Theme / Central Idea | 2 |
| Total | 5 Marks |
Exam Tip: Write the appreciation in a well-connected paragraph by including all the five points. Give special attention to the Theme / Central Idea, as it carries 2 marks.
Standard 10 English – Poem Appreciation
My English Coursebook – Maharashtra Board
1.
1.1. A Teenager’s Prayer
Title: A Teenager’s Prayer
Poet: J. Morse
Rhyme Scheme: abcb
Figures of Speech: Alliteration, Inversion, Personification
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem is a teenager’s prayer to God for proper guidance in life.
The teenager wants to make the right decisions, avoid wrong paths and face
the challenges of life with courage. The poem gives the message that God’s
guidance can help a teenager lead a successful and meaningful life.
2.
1.3 Basketful of Moonlight
Title: Basketful of Moonlight
Poet: Sunil Sharma
Rhyme Scheme: There is no rhyme scheme. It is written in free verse.
Figures of Speech: Alliteration, Personification
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem expresses the innocent wish of a child who asks the moon to give
him a basketful of moonlight. He wants to light the dark path from the city
to his village so that his father can return home safely. The poem highlights
the child’s love for his father and the problems of2 village life.
3.
2.1 You Start Dying Slowly
Title: You Start Dying Slowly
Poet: Pablo Neruda
Rhyme Scheme: There is no regular rhyme scheme. It is written in free verse.
Figures of Speech: Repetition, Antithesis, Metaphor
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem advises us to live life actively and positively. We should try
new things, follow our dreams and accept new experiences instead of living
a dull and inactive life. The poet reminds us to enjoy every moment and
make our life meaningful.
4.
2.3 The Twins
Title: The Twins
Poet: Henry Sambrooke Leigh
Rhyme Scheme: abab, cdcd
Figures of Speech: Alliteration, Hyperbole
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem humorously describes the confusion caused by the striking
resemblance between identical twins. The poet explains how people often
mistake one twin for the other. The poem presents the problems faced by
the twins in a funny and interesting manner.
5.
3.1 If
Title: If
Poet: Rudyard Kipling
Rhyme Scheme: The poem follows a regular rhyme pattern, mainly abab in the stanzas.
Figures of Speech: Repetition, Antithesis
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem gives valuable advice from a father to his son about living a
successful and worthy life. It teaches us to remain calm, patient and
confident in difficult situations. We should face success and failure
equally and never lose courage because of doubts or opposition.
6.
3.3 Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening
Title: Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening
Poet: Robert Frost
Rhyme Scheme: First three stanzas – aaba; the last stanza – aaaa
Figures of Speech: Alliteration, Inversion
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem describes a traveller who stops to admire the beauty and silence
of the snow-covered woods. He is fascinated by nature but soon remembers
his promises and responsibilities. The poem gives the message that we must
fulfil our duties before we can rest.
7.
4.1 The World Is Mine
Title: The World Is Mine
Poet: Joy Lovelet Crawford
Rhyme Scheme: There is no regular rhyme scheme. It is written in free verse.
Figures of Speech: Apostrophe, Inversion, Repetition
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem teaches us to be grateful for the blessings we already have
instead of complaining about what we lack. We should appreciate our ability
to walk, talk, hear and see. The poem gives the message that a thankful
attitude helps us enjoy the beauty and happiness of life.
8.
4.3 O Captain! My Captain!
Title: O Captain! My Captain!
Poet: Walt Whitman
Rhyme Scheme: aabb
Figures of Speech: Repetition, Alliteration
Theme / Central Idea:
The poem expresses the poet’s deep grief over the death of Abraham Lincoln
after the American Civil War. America is compared to a ship and Lincoln to
its captain who guided it through the difficult war. The poet feels both joy
for the victory and sorrow for the loss of his great leader.
For Poem Appreciation, remember these five points: Title, Poet, Rhyme Scheme, Figures of Speech and Theme/Central Idea.
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